Tax Amnesty Extension: Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre says Saint Lucia has extended its tax amnesty to December 2027, waiving interest and penalties on eligible taxes up to December 2025, including VAT collected but not remitted—aimed at bringing more taxpayers back into compliance. CARICOM in Castries: CARICOM’s 19th Road Run/Walk is set for July 5 in Gros Islet, with elite and open 10K/5K events and a 5K for persons with disabilities, running alongside the lead-up to the 51st Heads of Government meeting chaired by Pierre. Climate Justice Push: Saint Lucian reggae artist Taj Weekes released an animated “Climate Justice” video for World Environment Day, using Caribbean storytelling to press for climate equity and resilience. Ebola Readiness: The Ministry of Health says Saint Lucia is stepping up Ebola preparedness with renewed risk-based travel screening at ports using APIS and updated national response plans. Gun Law Debate: Pierre defended Saint Lucia’s firearms penalties after police reported firearms linked to most homicides this year, while calls for tougher crime measures continue. Public Health & Environment: A legislative review under the Waterways Flowing Clean Project is getting a major funding boost to strengthen enforcement around polluted waterways. CARICOM Sports & Culture: Groovy and Power Soca Monarch semifinal lineups were announced, with semifinals scheduled for June 26. Local Tragedy: Police are investigating the discovery of a 67-year-old man’s body in the Marchand River.